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Electrostatic Headphone System

User Guide

Summary of Contents for Shangri-La Jr

Page 1: ...Electrostatic Headphone System User Guide ...

Page 2: ...shock Important operating and maintenance instructions in this user guide Warning To avoid fire or shock hazard this product should not be exposed to rain or other moisture To completely cut off the power the electrical plug should be unplugged DO NOT TOUCH the vacuum tubes once turned off as they will remain hot for some time The radiator on the amplifier may also get very hot in use do not touch...

Page 3: ...ct to chemicals such as pesticides benzene acids or alkaline This product should not be disassembled or refitted by anyone other than HIFIMAN To avoid fire while the amplifier is working vacuum tubes and air vents should not be obstructed with papers tablecloth curtains or any other items Open flames such as candles should not be placed on or near the amplifier Highly flammable liquids should not ...

Page 4: ...hydroxide or any other corrosive substances Do not treat the headphone violently as this may cause permanent damage to the internal structure and invalidate the warranty If the headphone should get wet do not use a heat gun or hairdryer on the product as this could permanently damage the headphone s diaphragm Allow to dry naturally in a warm but dry environment such as an airing cupboard Do not us...

Page 5: ...ing please retain for reference in the future Please be advised that illustrations may be different from the real system for the purpose of explanation Technical Data Features Notes for Operation Functions Initial Setup Basic Connection Basic Operation The Bias Adjustment Troubleshooting Limited Warranty and Customer Service 5 6 8 9 12 13 15 16 17 18 Table of Contents 04 ...

Page 6: ... 1pc 3 Headphone Stand 1pc 4 5 6SN7 Vacuum Tube 4pcs User Guide 1pc Accessories Specifications Technical Data Headphone Frequency Response 7Hz 120kHz Bias Voltage 550V 650V Weight 13 2oz 374g Amplifier Weight 11 kg 24 lb Dimensions 400 x 265 x 108 mm3 15 7 x 10 4 x 4 2 05 ...

Page 7: ...erior openness and less distortion than other headphones Nanometer grade dust cover helps prevent dust and other pollutants settling and avoiding ensuing distortion caused by electrostatic dust Lightweight only 13 2oz or 374g and ergonomic design provides superb comfort for extending listening Sturdy and durable the outer covering is made of 6 series aluminum alloy with an anodized finish SHANGRI ...

Page 8: ...of volume control and a total of 23 separate resistors for a more pure listening experience Made of aviation grade aluminum alloy the advanced industrial design is from the HIFIMAN US design team in Boston Tempered glass top panel XLR balanced audio input and AUX source input port Equipped with two headphone output ports AC 115V 230V power selector 07 Features ...

Page 9: ...r alternat ing current AC 115V 60Hz on the panel corresponds to local mains voltage If not the power supply should be turned off and the power cable should be disconnected adjust the voltage selector with a flat head screwdriver Make sure the power supply corresponds to the local mains voltage before reconnecting Voltage Selector Move leftward to 230V range 220V 240V Move rightward to 115V range 1...

Page 10: ...09 Functions Front Panel 6SN7 Vacuum Tubes Power with indicator LED Headphone Output Socket Headphone Output Socket Volume Indicator ...

Page 11: ...TION DO NOT OPEN RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK VOLTAGE SELECTOR AC IN CAUTION SELECT POWER VOLTAGE BEFORE CONNECT THE POWER CORD BAL AUX AUX IN BALANCED IN Balanced Input R Balanced Input L AUX Input L AUX Input R Input Selector Switch ...

Page 12: ...11 Top Panel Top Panel View Seats for 6SN7 Tubes Functions ...

Page 13: ...uum tube matching has been carried out when manufactured for optimum working status For convenience during installation please use the tubes in accordance with their numbers The tubes have been marked A1 A4 6SN7 Please insert according to Figure 2 as below Note The base on the 6SN7 should be inserted precisely into the tube socket Figure 1 To install Grasp the tube base insert gently into the tube...

Page 14: ...onds to local mains voltage before connecting to power socket CAUTION DO NOT OPEN RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK VOLTAGE SELECTOR AC IN CAUTION SELECT POWER VOLTAGE BEFORE CONNECT THE POWER CORD BAL AUX AUX IN BALANCED IN Input Selector Switch L CH Balanced Input Port R CH Balanced Input Port L CH Aux Input Port R CH Aux Input Port ...

Page 15: ...c Connection 14 Two pairs of electrostatic headphones can be connected to the amplifier and operated at the same time Insert 5 PIN headphone plug into output port of amplifier point the plug to upward side ...

Page 16: ...nel Select the connected input signal using the INPUT selector switch beside the input connector Turn the volume potentiometer clockwise to set optimal volume level Output sound level can be read from indicators around the knob Press the switch to select the Balanced Input source Press the switch again the switch will reset to select the AUX Input source Intial Use Balanced Input and AUX Input Bal...

Page 17: ...pleted please wait 10 minutes and test each channel again to ensure voltage stability Place the cover back onto the amplifier and turn off the power You may then reconnect the audio inputs and the headphones Should you find anything unusual or are not able to replace adjust the 6SN7 tubes please contact your local distributor or HIFIMAN customer service TP5 TP4 TP3 TP2 TP1 GND Bias voltage regulat...

Page 18: ...y or fully Check the power plug has been inserted into the socket properly and fully Power indicator is on but there is no sound Headphone cable not properly or fully inserted Input cable not properly or fully inserted Incorrect input selection Correct the input cable connection Correct the headphone cable connection Set the input selector switch correctly Slowly increase the volume output with th...

Page 19: ...ranty on the SHANGRI LA jr system However both the tubes and the cable are warranted for one year only For further support and service if needed please contact HIFIMAN at customerservice hifiman com Limited Warranty and Customer Service ...

Page 20: ...Customer Service Tel 1 201 443 4626 E mail customerservice HIFIMAN com Website www hifiman com ...

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